Yates County Schools & Education
Yates County, New York
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
64/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
86.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
86.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 85.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,808
National avg $13,239
State avg $14,719
School Score
64/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 63/100
State Score Position
#30
of 62 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Yates County
Measured School Summary
Yates County performs at an average level with a school score of 64/100 and a solid graduation rate of 86.0%.
Funding Context
With $15,808 per pupil, Yates County has adequate funding that generally covers core educational needs and some supplemental services.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 1% above the New York average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.7 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 7% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Yates County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
6 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
64/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #30 of 62 New York counties with school score data.
Completion
86.0%
0.7 pts above the state average
Funding context
$15,808
$1,089 above the state average
School coverage
6
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Yates County has 6 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Yates County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Yates County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#30
of 62 New York counties with school score data. The county score is roughly in line with the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary to high school visible
1,232 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
DUNDEE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary and high visible
633 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is the largest listed district slice, with 3 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Yates County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Yates County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Yates County, New York
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Personalized Education in Two Districts
Yates County operates a highly focused educational network of just six public schools serving 2,115 students. These schools are divided between two main districts, offering three elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools. This compact structure ensures that resources are concentrated and students remain within a consistent peer group.
Focus on Penn Yan and Dundee
The Penn Yan Central School District is the primary educator for the county, serving 1,232 students across three campuses. Dundee Central School District manages the remaining 633 students in two schools. With no charter schools available, the county's educational identity is defined by these two historic and well-funded local systems.
Small Town and Rural Charm
The schools are split evenly between rural and town locales, reflecting the beautiful Finger Lakes geography of the region. Penn Yan Elementary is the largest school with 519 students, but the overall average size is a modest 353 students. This environment offers students a blend of modern facilities and the intimate feel of a small-town community.
School Overview
Total Schools
6
in Yates County
Reported Enrollment
2,115
6 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Yates County
PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
DUNDEE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
6 Public Schools in Yates County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 6 of 6 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PENN YAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | PENN YAN, 14527Town: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 519 |
| PENN YAN ACADEMY | Record | PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | PENN YAN, 14527Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 385 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | DUNDEE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | DUNDEE, 14837Rural: Distant | PK–6 | Primary | 354 |
| PENN YAN MIDDLE SCHOOL | Record | PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | PENN YAN, 14527Town: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 328 |
| DUNDEE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | Record | DUNDEE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | DUNDEE, 14837Rural: Distant | 7–12 | High | 279 |
| MIDDLESEX VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | GORHAM-MIDDLESEX CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (MARCUS WHITMAN) | RUSHVILLE, 14544Rural: Fringe | PK–2 | Primary | 250 |
PENN YAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PENN YAN, 14527 / Town: Distant
PENN YAN ACADEMY
PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PENN YAN, 14527 / Town: Distant
DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DUNDEE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
DUNDEE, 14837 / Rural: Distant
PENN YAN MIDDLE SCHOOL
PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PENN YAN, 14527 / Town: Distant
DUNDEE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
DUNDEE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
DUNDEE, 14837 / Rural: Distant
MIDDLESEX VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
GORHAM-MIDDLESEX CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (MARCUS WHITMAN)
RUSHVILLE, 14544 / Rural: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$15,808
State avg $14,719
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Schools in Yates County, New York — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Yates County, New York?
Yates County operates a highly focused educational network of just six public schools serving 2,115 students. These schools are divided between two main districts, offering three elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools. This compact structure ensures that resources are concentrated and students remain within a consistent peer group.
What are the major school districts in Yates County, New York?
The Penn Yan Central School District is the primary educator for the county, serving 1,232 students across three campuses. Dundee Central School District manages the remaining 633 students in two schools. With no charter schools available, the county's educational identity is defined by these two historic and well-funded local systems.
What is the school experience like in Yates County?
The schools are split evenly between rural and town locales, reflecting the beautiful Finger Lakes geography of the region. Penn Yan Elementary is the largest school with 519 students, but the overall average size is a modest 353 students. This environment offers students a blend of modern facilities and the intimate feel of a small-town community.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.